2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2005 Mazda Demio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Doblo (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2005 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Doblo | Demio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
